Calculates for lined curtains interlined.
How to work out amount of fabric for curtains.
1 5 times fullness is good for thicker fabrics 2 times fullness is average for draperies and sheers generally have 3 times fullness.
Use a different fabric for hems and topper facings seaming the fabric that will be on the back of the curtain at the folds.
Our curtain fabric calculator will automatically add 8 inches 20 cms to each drop of fabric for hem allowances.
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42 to 45 inches.
Store bought curtains are often pricy and come in limited options.
Free online curtain fabric calculator to calculate the fabric lining and interlining quantities for your curtains.
Add borders of a contrasting print or solid fabric to add length and or width.
Making your own curtains isn t too hard.
This calculator will also work out your fabric and linging hem allowances number of widths heading allowances and the length of buckram or heading tape needed to make the curtains.
54 58 and 60 inches.
You start by choosing a fabric and deciding how much to buy.
Close 1 25 1 5 2 2 5 3.
Use drapery weights to assist the way a curtain hangs.
Amount of gather in the finished curtain.
Meanwhile curtains are relatively easy for a beginner to sew.
We are very pleased to announce that the results of our curtain fabric calculator now include the amount of header tape rufflete required.
75 90 and in some cases 105 to 110 inches.
Fabric is woven in several conventional widths.
6 inches 15 cms for the bottom hem and 2 inches 5 cms for the.